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2 IAF F-16 "Barak" fighter jets accompanied a U.S. B-52 bomber through Israel’s skies today, as part of the close cooperation with the U.S. Armed Forces, which is a significant component in maintaining the aerial security of the State of Israel and the Middle East.
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Following a joint Israeli security forces operation in Jenin, the Hamas terrorist operative suspected of carrying out the shooting attack in Huwara, in which 2 Israelis were killed, was neutralized.
During an exchange of fire, armed assailants used an ambulance as a shield. 1/2
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On Purim 🎭 it’s customary to give friends and family a “Mishloach Manot”— baskets full of treats and gifts.
This is what we imagine Iran gave Hezbollah for Purim as Iran continues to fund terrorism throughout the Middle East.
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The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Mark Milley, landed in Israel last night and met this morning with LTG Herzi Halevi. General Milley will also meet with Israel’s Defense Minister and officials from Israel’s security institutions. 1/3
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This week, @USMARCENT Marines conducted a joint exercise with IDF Ground Forces personnel.
The exercise strengthened cooperation and mutual learning between artillery and infantry troops.
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Congratulations to our new Combat Officers!
Completing the IDF's Officer's Course is a huge accomplishment and great honor. We are so proud of all 433 of you and wish you all the best of luck in your new positions.
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IDF soldier SSGT Hillel Menachem Yaniv, who was in a yeshiva program after serving in the Israeli Navy, was killed earlier today in a shooting attack at Einbus intersection alongside his brother, Yagel Yaakov Yaniv.
The IDF expresses its heartfelt condolences to their family.
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In response to the rockets fired from Gaza, IAF fighter jets struck both a weapons manufacturing site and military compound belonging to the Hamas Terrorist Organization, located in central and northern Gaza.1/3
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Initial report – The IDF is currently striking in Gaza.
Details to follow.
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Following the initial report, 6 rockets were fired from Gaza toward Israeli territory. 5 rockets were intercepted by the IDF Aerial Defense Array, 1 rocket fell in an open area.
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🚨 Sirens sounding in southern Israel 🚨
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SSGT Ido Baruch was murdered by Lion’s Den terrorists on October 11th, 2022.
During a counterterrorism activity last week, 2 of the assailants were apprehended in Nablus. This week, 3 wanted suspects were identified by the ISA in a hideout apartment in Nablus.
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The IDF “Olive Branches” humanitarian aid delegation has officially concluded and the teams have safely made it back to Israel.
Here is a summary of what our delegation accomplished during their time in Türkiye.
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We’ve all heard of the 5 love languages💞
Guess Hamas just wanted to change it up a bit 🙄 #ValentinesDay
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The IDF "Olive Branches" humanitarian aid delegation has concluded its search and rescue efforts in Türkiye.
The delegation began its activities last week, following the earthquakes that killed and injured thousands of people. 1/2
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🚨 Sirens sounding in southern Israel 🚨
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In response to the Saturday rocket launch from Gaza into Israel, IDF fighter jets struck overnight an underground complex containing raw materials used for the manufacturing of rockets belonging to the Hamas terrorist organization. 1/2
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As of now, the IDF "Olive Branches" aid delegation has rescued 19 civilians who were trapped under the rubble after the devastating earthquakes in Türkiye.
Over the weekend, the IDF SAR teams rescued two people, and the medical delegation treated approximately 180 civilians. 1/2
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🚨 Sirens sounding in southern Israel 🚨
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The IDF medical staff of the "Olive Branches" humanitarian aid delegation began providing medical care at a local hospital in the city of Kahramanmaraş, Türkiye.
The hospital was restored by Israeli forces after being abandoned during the earthquake. 1/2
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The Intelligence Directorate’s Unit 9900 is currently assisting in rescue efforts in Türkiye as part of the IDF "Olive Branches" humanitarian aid delegation. 1/3
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The IDF rescue mission in #Türkiye continues as a 65-year-old man is extracted from underneath the rubble and carried to safety.
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Hear from MAJ (res.) Matan Shenider as he recalls rescuing a 23-year-old woman from the rubbles caused by the earthquake in Türkiye.
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Trigger Warning ⚠️
RAW FOOTAGE: Watch as IDF search and rescue experts extract this 23-year-old woman to safety after the devastating earthquake in Türkiye.
For the IDF, there is no greater mission than saving a life.
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As part of Israel’s "Olive Branches" humanitarian aid delegation, an IDF advanced team landed in Türkiye this morning and will begin establishing a field hospital. The team will provide medical assistance to individuals rescued from the sites hit by the earthquakes.
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